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In a common-emitter configuration of a transistor, the base current IE=2 μA, α=0.9 then the value of IC is
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Options:
  • A 3.0 μA
     
  • B 2.25 μA
     
  • C 4.9 μA
     
  • D 1.8 μA
     
Solution:
1604 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: 1.8 μA
 
We know that current gain is given by,

α=IcIb

Ic=α×Ib=0.9×2=1.8 μA

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